Jerry Seinfeld has criticized the Ethical Culture Fieldston School in New York City for allowing students to take the day off if they feel 'emotionally distressed' by the 2024 US presidential election results. The school, which charges over $65,000 in annual tuition, plans to provide support for students by not assigning homework and excusing absences on the day after the election results are announced. Seinfeld, whose sons attended the school, argues that such policies encourage students to 'buckle' under pressure, citing these decisions as reasons for transferring his son to another school. Some parents, however, support the school's decision, believing it is important for students' emotional well-being. This controversy comes amidst broader criticisms of the school's handling of political and social issues, including past incidents of alleged antisemitism.